Haribon72

Big Congrats! See you at Centurion level!

I would probably get it, but wouldn't you need more material to cover my big sexy torso?

Congratulations Ricky! I know you can do it for Centurion!

Congratulations Omar on your Expert Infantry Badge! Completed on Monday, April 11th, 2016. http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/36535-tk-56072-requesting-esb-eib-status-ne558/

Congrats Charles! See you at a GGG troop!

Yesterday was a major team build at my workshop. Six garrison members (including my wife). Pancakes and coffee for breakfast. Five TK kits from various makers. Lumpia and pork buns for lunch. More pots of coffee. Last minute run to the fabric store with a side trip to local Vietnamese coffee shop. The Warriors beating the Spurs. Power nap for Kris. Colosseum pizza for dinner. Two hour photo shoot. Sixteen hours straight. Ugh.... i'm exhausted. One of our major tasks was to remove the old AM back plate and replace it with the new ATA back plate. ATA also recommended to replace the chest and shoulder bridges so that it will blend in well with the rest of the armor. Big thank you to ATA for their help and quickness to get Kris's armor to California. Here are the pictures from yesterday's build. Glue the new elastics directly to the back plate. Using snap to velcro elastic connections. This gives us the freedom to make adjustments right away. New white elastic shoulder connections. Final test fitting before gluing and snapping this together. And finally the late night photo shoot. Kris has submitted his Centurion application. It can be found here: http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/36720-tk-70714-requesting-anh-stunt-centurion-status-amata/#entry484960

Good Luck Kris! This was a long journey for you especially the obstacles you had to take on to get this done.

Omar.... you awake....answer your phone!!! You got the EXPERT INFANTRY BADGE!!! Congrats!!!

Thank you Jim! Please let us know when you're done. We'd like to see your TK in action.

Omar and I met up this weekend and completed a few areas for his Expert Infantry application. 1. Painted thigh ammo pack rivet white. 2. Show close up neck seal details.

This is great Carl! I've been wanting to do this. Thank you for sharing the links for parts. Time to do some shopping!

HOW I ADDED SHIMS TO MY LARGE THIGHS * Before starting this process, get a friend to help you measure your custom shims required to cover your back thighs. I recommend using simple cardboard to make templates (stencils) first and then cutting the ABS plastic. If you need ABS extension plastics, I recommend getting them from our friends at TrooperBay.com. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hello Everyone, For large troopers like me, I had to shim my thighs to fit me. There's new people visiting the FISD and I wanted to help. Below are a few images on how I completed this special task. Please feel free to message me with your questions below. I'm happy to help. If you're wondering if "shimmed thighs" are approved for Centurion, they answer is yes! This is how I covered the gaps in between the thigh armor and custom shims. I used Apoxie Sculpt because its non-toxic and easier to work with (remember to wear gloves). All you need is water in a spray bottle to keep it moist as your working the compound into the gaps. Be sure not to use too much water. Just keep it moist like clay or joint compound (like sheet rock work). Allow to dry overnight and then sand down the area to a finished and smooth look and feel. I used various sand paper to smooth out the rough surfaces left from the dried Apoxie Sculpt. Please note: You only have to cover up the outside finish of the thighs to make look like one piece. No cover up work required for the inside of the thighs. You can use automotive bondo, ABS paste, or other compounds. Its totally up to you and your comfort level. Always remember to follow the manufacturer's information on use, handling, clean up, and safety concerns. Now, the primer and spray paint will be your greatest challenge. Since my NE kit is glossy white, I was able to use an all in one primer and paint - Rustoleum glossy white. I would suggest bringing your thigh armor to your local paint or hardware store and asking an experienced associate on color matching. Good Luck and let me know your project turns out.

I like the belt and mic tip screen upgrades. Good luck trooper!

Hahahhahahahha! Love it!

Well said.

I'm diggin the RO armor because of the mobility. If you can run in the costume, it's worthy of trooping.

Just an exciting moment last November!

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Imperial boots and gloves

Jerry's blaster kit

Dan's metal holster Dan's Direct Copy Hand Plates from the movie. Custom made from resin. Arrived on 04/28/2016 from Germany.

The finished helmet.

The beautiful white plastic stuff that will test my build and creative skills.

Haribon72’s First Order Stormtrooper (Jakku Chase Scene) – Large Trooper Build I waited this long to start. I had to have the blu-ray in hand for great references. For months, I've seen my garrison and legion friends build, progress, and finish their kits. Now that spring is here, its time to get this major project started. I choose this trooper because of the backpack, vest, and blaster set-up. Somehow I was drawn to it. I have the Sideshow Jakku Exclusive Sixth Scale figure coming in, so I can't wait to study it. I know the Heavy Weapons Trooper from Sideshow has some inaccuracies on the vest, but hopefully the Jakku Exclusive will be better. ------------ Height: 5’10” Weight: 240 pounds (this build is going help larger troopers like myself) Garrison: Golden Gate Garrison (Bay Area, California) Armor kit arrived: 10/08/2015 Rubber gaskets arrived: 10/08/2015 Helmet arrived: 10/30/2015 Imperial boots arrived: 11/11/2015 Imperial gloves arrived: 11/11/2015 Soft goods (gloves, pouches, etc) arrived: 12/07/2015 Neck seal arrived: 12/14/2015 Custom or handmade items from our legion sources: ABS White Plastic Extension Strips: TrooperBay. Purchased multiple times over the past few months. Blaster Rifle with Extended Stock: Jerry B (501st Legion) – Arrived 12/05/2015. This is came from a 3D print run. Blaster Pistol: In the market and looking for one. Belt: Ukswarth (501st Legion) – Got his leftovers from his build on 12/18/2015. Belt Boxes - Rubber Isolation/Vibration Pad: Ukswarth (501st Legion) – Got his leftovers from his build on 12/18/2015. Black Under Suit: I’m so screwed if I don’t start exercising. Chest Pill Hole Fabric: Ukswarth (501st Legion) – Got his leftovers from his build on 12/18/2015. Cloth Gaskets: In-progress. Attempting to make my own Hand Plates (Direct Copy from the movie): Dan S (501st Legion) arrived on 04/28/2016 Heavy Artillery Vest: Chris H (501st Legion) – Ordered 04/06/2016 Helmet Bag: Custom made by my wife (PM me for details if you’re interested). Holster (Real Metal): Dan S (501st Legion) arrived on 12/29/2015 Survival Backpack: Still researching with the Blizzard Force Detachment Screen references on the Jakku chase scene. ----------

Wonderful journey Ben! I like the progress from kit to trooping. Well done!